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He tried to kill me fractured my Tibia Fibia. He was going for my head he damage my left elbow (as I cover up). He came in defense of his sister my wife. And began battering me with his bat. However, I was charge with domestic violence after I woke up from a coma. When I woke up I was told I was... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2020
Short answer is no.
Like many states, New York’s law sets time limits for a host of specific crimes. For crimes not specifically listed in the statute, a general statute of limitations applies based on the category of the crime. The general time limits are:
five years for felony... View More
Hi everyone..I am planning to buy a land (its in the commercial zone) for my 2 kids..I want them to be owner of the property..The problem is they are just kids, 5 and 7 years old..and I divorced long time ago.. I have joint custody with my ex..my kids are not living with me..My ex has the physical... View More
answered on Nov 17, 2020
Probably, creating a family trust is the best option to suit your needs.
The debt they amen to me this summer to talk about it can I still sue since they still acknowledge and promise still to pay me back
answered on Nov 13, 2020
Yes. The statute of limitations is six years. But, an oral acknowledgment of the debt does not re-set the statute. Must be written.
I went there to bring her home because she's a minor there. Police & all, she's not rational & the mom there never advised she was there. If 18 is a minor why couldn't she come with me as I'm her mother?
answered on Nov 5, 2020
While I can not comment on Nebraska law, in NY the age of majority is 18 and a NY court will not take a case incolving the custody of an 18 year old.
She hosts young children for early life education through a variety of programs. Whenever it rains, it pours through the ceiling with video proof. She has to cancel classes, refund parents and as a new business risks families going else where. What can she do to make the landlord fix the roof? Or... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2020
What does the lease say? Usually, leaks, even in commercial property are the responsibility of the Landlord.
So, your options are probably:
1. Repair and deduct,
2. Sue for breach of contract, or
3. Declare the lease breached and leave.
How can they still file a option months later? Can only guess related to Covid?
Judge that trialed case forgot about it. I followed up since 2017 to keep active, finally got decision in March 2020.
Motion filed to reargue by def., to be referred back to orig judge.
Judge... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2020
Due to the PAUSE orders by Gov. Cuomo, the time to file a motion to reargue was tolled. Thus, based on your post, it appears timely. However, if there is no stay, and you have the right to enter judgment, you can do so.
Do I need a lawyer or just pay the fee?
answered on Sep 9, 2020
What do you do? Reach out to an attorney for a quick consult. Many attorneys would offer you a free initial consult to outline your options and their fees. You could locate attorneys in or near the county where this happened in the Find-a-Lawyer tab above, or you could search independently online.... View More
I just need caselaw showing three things one does the HPD have to prove the name of ownership at the time they placed a notice
Can HPD make me pay relocation expenses for illegal tenants tTenants without lease or any kind of agreement to occupy the property building
answered on Sep 7, 2020
Most law offices, including mine, have programs that provide case law. However, what you're asking is for someone to spend time researching, refining, and providing that to you. I'm not sure if this is the right forum for that. Although, perhaps one of my colleagues would be happy to... View More
I called the police to report domestic dispute, but she refused to file a report. I didn’t know about the holes at the time. Can I call the police back, and press destruction of property charges?
answered on Sep 7, 2020
If the boyfriend is damaging your property, there is nothing keeping you from calling to report a crime. Law enforcement will decide whether they'll arrest, cite, or charge the individual in question.
I had a 3rd surgery, knowing the procedures however it’s during Covid and my husband was not with me to help. I forgot to leave my rings at home. I was given bags for my stuff and put my rings in those because that’s all I was offered. I was not told there was a safe at all! After surgery, the... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2020
You can sue. Also, you might want to call a media outlet. These stories are big in COVID times. That might give you leverage.
are more restrictive. Will the local law have to be rewritten and can all the extra restrictions be added right back in?
answered on Aug 18, 2020
As a general rule, state laws generally supersede local laws. There are settings where local laws are sometimes stricter than state or federal laws. In terms of local laws being rewritten, that could be up to city officials, based on peoples' feedback. It would be best to consult with an... View More
All is well documented and the shelter is private but falls under the oversight and it is funded by DHS in NYC
answered on Aug 16, 2020
You can talk to you and experience personal injury lawyer in your state.
I rehomed my 11 month old kitten shadow on craigslist . I am asking the person i sold it to for her to return her . I told her i would give her , her money back plus $60 extra dollars. She said she would return her for the money but now she is refusing to give her back. I havent given her the... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2020
It could depend on whether the two of you entered into a valid contract. If you satisfied the elements of a contract, in terms of an offer, acceptance and consideration, and there is proof of that, that could memorialize a done deal. But it looks like you have subsequent communications that might... View More
It was a civil case in supreme court and one of the lies was, that they did not receive any services from my firm, but now 10 years later they are using / selling my idea of two product I initially conceived when developing larger project for them which proved to be difficult as they kept revising... View More
answered on Aug 12, 2020
Your question is a bit vague - if you're asking whether the causes of action in the original state case can be revisited, the answer is "maybe." It would depend among other things on whether the evidence of the "lies" is new or known at the time of the original case, or... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2020
If you were served with a summons and complaint, you will need to submit responding papers within a specified time depending upon how you were served. Suggest retaining an attorney to do so on your behalf and to attempt to negotiate a resolution on your behalf.
i had signed the contract before covid 19. i got loan commitment. Now sellers are keeping making excuse not to close as unable to find apartment. Can i sue them for specific performance? court are not working properly. Does it take a long time before you see a judge. How does it work?
answered on Aug 4, 2020
Do you have a lawyer? Prior to suing you need to send a "time is of the essence letter" to the seller. Then you can file a complaint. You see a judge quickly as you file an order to show cause and the courts are hearing motions online.
answered on Jul 28, 2020
Any decision can be appealed. Where to appeal depends on which court decided it. There are very strict time deadlines to appeal.
I have a huge yard and blocked a small area in the back off with lattice to keep my toddler in 1 designated spot and just recieved tickets saying I need a permit I feel like this is wrong
answered on Jul 27, 2020
It would be an issue of local code. Anything is possible. Talk to the Code Enforcement Officer.
My 10 year old son waa riding his bike on the sidewalk and accidentally bumped into a woman. The woman fell and scraped her elbow. My son got scared and left his bike and ran home. A few minutes later, I arrived at the scene and the woman's husband immediately began threatening to sue me. The... View More
answered on Jul 13, 2020
In theory you can be sued. Anyone can sue anyone. If you are, send it to your insurance company. If you have no insurance, you will likely not be sued.
Thanks in advance for your time.
I have an 8 year old daughter. Her mother and her partner are reckless about COVID-19 infection, attending protests, traveling on airlines, not wearing masks, not using sanitizer etc. By contrast, I have protected my daughter with every measure possible... View More
answered on Jul 10, 2020
Your choices are either not to have your daughter come to you or to go to court and ask for custody.
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